The section of MTBP on economic transformation and job creation outlines policies and interventions to be undertaken in the agriculture, tourism, mining, manufacturing, energy, Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and transport which have been identified as key sectors to achieve the desired growth levels and create employment opportunities. [...] The briefing document further documents the identified challenges that might negatively impact on the set targets and policy options of the MTBP and finally provide recommendations for achieving success in the priority areas. [...] 99 Develop a legal framework to promote use of local content, including engagement of local contractors and suppliers in the provision of goods and services across the mining value chain. [...] 99 Construct and upgrade roads, as well as airstrips and airports to tourism sites to improve accessibility to and within the Northern Circuit. [...] Policy Options n9 The Ministry of Education is urged to adopt a sustainable professional development framework to guide teacher training in the use of ICT n9 Digitize the investment portfolio of ZDA and other players to enhance digital investment and finance CONCLUSION Economic transformation has the potential to support economic growth and thereby facilitate job creation and increase employment o.
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